Scholar, Journalist, Peace Icon: LASU Don Tunde Akanni Becomes Society Of Peace Studies’ Fellow

● ‘He Teaches Journalism, Preaches Prace,’ FCCPC Writes Prof Tunde Akanni, Hails Chevening Scholar For Peace Studies Feat

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has celebrated one of its own, Professor Tunde Musibau Akanni, following his investiture as Fellow of the Society of Peace Studies and Practice.

In a congratulatory letter shared with NOP NIGERIA from the Office of the Executive Vice Chairman, the Commission said the news of the investiture was received with great delight.

The letter, signed by Yisau A. Adepoju, Head of Department, Administration, for the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, was addressed to Professor Akanni at 23, Jimmy Carter Street, Asokoro District, Abuja.

It described the honour as well-deserved and a testimony to his laudable scholarly contributions to the field of journalism.

According to the FCCPC, Akanni has consistently demonstrated passion and unwavering commitment to the promotion of Conflict-Sensitive Journalism.

The Commission noted that the LASU don has tenaciously identified with the strand of Development Communication renowned for fostering sustainable social change and advancing quality of life, particularly in developing nations.

“Given your remarkable track record, therefore, this honour comes as no surprise. It is both timely and richly deserved,” the letter stated.

The FCCPC said it was pleased to share the joy of the accomplishment with him and his esteemed family, expressing confidence that he will continue to make the nation and global academic community proud.

Professor Tunde Musibau Akanni is a distinguished Nigerian scholar, journalist, development communication specialist and public affairs strategist whose career spans academia, professional journalism, public policy and civil society.

A Professor of Journalism at the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Lagos State University, he has contributed significantly to teaching, research, curriculum development and postgraduate supervision.

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His academic interests encompass journalism practice, media ethics, development communication, political communication, media and conflict, strategic communication and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on media systems.

Before joining academia, he built an accomplished career across Nigeria’s vibrant print media industry, an experience that continues to bridge theory and practice as he mentors a new generation of journalists.

Internationally exposed, Akanni is a British Chevening Scholar who studied at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom and has undertaken specialised training in development studies and human rights advocacy.

He is currently serving on sabbatical with the FCCPC, where he contributes expertise to strategic communication, public engagement and institutional communication in the digital age.

Beyond the classroom, he is active in initiatives promoting ethical journalism, democratic governance, conflict resolution, media literacy and national development, with regular commentaries in leading Nigerian newspapers.

An accomplished trainer and consultant, he has designed capacity-building programmes for universities, government institutions, regulatory agencies and media organisations, exemplifying the ideal of the engaged scholar whose knowledge influences policy and strengthens institutions.

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